Marlowe Way, Poets Corner, Colchester

Boydens are delighted to present for sale this spacious four-bedroom detached residence, set on an impressive third-of-an-acre plot in the highly sought-after Poets Corner area, to the west of Colchester’s vibrant city centre.

This well-proportioned family home is entered via a double-glazed front door leading into a generous porch, providing ample space for coats and shoes. A further door opens into a large hallway, complete with a storage cupboard ideal for household items such as ironing boards and vacuum cleaners. From here, there is direct access to a tandem-style double garage with an electric up-and-over door.

The versatile reception spaces include a bright and spacious lounge/diner enjoying views over the rear garden. This room features an air-conditioning unit and sliding doors opening onto a large paved patio, which also connects to the kitchen — perfect for alfresco dining and outdoor entertaining. The fitted kitchen offers excellent storage and work surfaces, a breakfast area, and the convenience of a Quooker tap.

A downstairs cloakroom adjoins two further flexible reception rooms, currently arranged as a dining room and a study, both benefiting from electric curtains and front aspects. (The cloakroom originally contained a shower, which has since been removed by the owners.)

Upstairs, there are four generously sized double bedrooms, each with fitted wardrobes. The principal bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room, while the two largest bedrooms are also equipped with air-conditioning units. Additional features include a family bathroom, a cupboard housing a two-year-old boiler and ample eaves storage.

Externally, the property occupies a gently sloping third-of-an-acre plot with picturesque views towards Lexden Spring Meadows. The front of the property features a driveway providing off-road parking and access to the double-length garage. To the rear, a large paved patio overlooks the well-maintained garden, with low paved steps leading down to a lawn bordered by established, well-stocked planting.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial family home in one of Colchester’s most desirable locations, offering both space and versatility.

Marlowe Way is conveniently located for access to the A12 and Colchester’s mainline North Station, with direct trains to London Liverpool Street. The property falls within catchment for sought-after local schools, including Home Farm Primary and Philip Morant Secondary. Local amenities are close by, including a Sainsbury’s superstore, a range of restaurants and pubs, and the ever-popular Lexden Crown, which is within walking distance via a nearby footpath. Colchester’s city centre is also just a short drive away or can be reached via a regular bus route from Lexden Road

PORCH - 7'10'' x 6'4'' (2.4m x 1.9m)
HALLWAY - 25'8'' x 7' (7.8m x 2.1m)
SITTING ROOM - 12'9'' x 12'5'' (3.9m x 3.8m)
STUDY - 10' x 8'10'' (3m x 2.7m)
CLOAK ROOM - 5'11'' x 6'10'' (1.8m x 2.1m)
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM - 10' x 22'6'' (3m x 6.9m)
DINING ROOM - 20' x 19'6'' (6.1m x 5.9m)
STORAGE ROOM - 7'10'' x 3'5'' (2.4m x 1m)
LANDING - 2'7'' x 10'7'' (0.8m x 3.2m)
BEDROOM - 14' x 12'7'' (4.3m x 3.8m)
BATHROOM - 6' x 10'10'' (1.8m x 3.3m)
BEDROOM - 11'5'' x 15' (3.5m x 4.6m)
ENSUITE - 6' x 4'11'' (1.8m x 1.5m)
AIRING CUPBOARD - 6'11'' x 4'2'' (2.1m x 1.3m)
LANDING - 2'8'' x 6'2'' (0.8m x 1.9m)
BEDROOM - 15'3'' x 9'3'' (4.6m x 2.8m)
BEDROOM - 12'3'' x 9'2'' (3.7m x 2.8m)
GARAGE - 8'11'' x 33'6'' (2.7m x 10.2m)

AGENT NOTE-
Local Authority - Colchester City Council.
Broadband Availability -Ultrafast Broadband available with speeds of up to 100 Mbps (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) - August 2025
Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available service in the area is provided by THREE with 87% performance. VODAFONE, O2 and EE all also cover the area with lower performance ratings. (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) August 2025
Utilities - Mains Electric / Mains Gas Heating / Mains Water /Mains Sewerage.
Construction Type - We understand the property to be of Traditional Construction of brick.
Flood Risk - Data Taken from Gov.UK Flood Map - checked August 2025 - The property is at a Very Low risk of flooding.
Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - Checked August 2025 - We are not aware of any planning applications in the immediate locality.
MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Please be advised that all purchasers will need to adhere to current laws of money laundering and therefore will need to provide Boydens Estate Agents photographic identification and proof of residency identification before any transaction is started to comply with the legislation.